Dr. Esther Kim, M.D.
Anesthesiology
19+
Years in Practice
Practice Locations
4 locations
University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
200 Hawkins Drive, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242
(319) 356-1616
State University Of Iowa
200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242
State University Of Iowa
200 Hawkins Dr, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242
(319) 356-1616
State University Of Iowa
322 Dental Science S Bldg S, Iowa City, Iowa, 52242
(319) 335-7440
About Dr. Esther Kim
Esther Kim, M.D. is a healthcare provider practicing in Iowa City, IA.
Specialty Definition
An anesthesiologist is trained to provide pain relief and maintenance, or restoration, of a stable condition during and immediately following an operation or an obstetric or diagnostic procedure. The anesthesiologist assesses the risk of the patient undergoing surgery and optimizes the patient's condition prior to, during and after surgery. In addition to these management responsibilities, the anesthesiologist provides medical management and consultation in pain management and critical care medicine. Anesthesiologists diagnose and treat acute, long-standing and cancer pain problems; diagnose and treat patients with critical illnesses or severe injuries; direct resuscitation in the care of patients with cardiac or respiratory emergencies, including the need for artificial ventilation; and supervise post-anesthesia recovery.
19
Years Experience
4
Locations
1
States Licensed
Credentials & Board Certifications
Additional Specialties
Primary Specialty
AnesthesiologyCredentials verified via NPI Registry (NPPES)
Education & Training
Medical School
Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University
Class of 2007
Licenses & Practice States
Licensed in 1 state
| State | License | Classification | Primary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa | R8096 | Anesthesiology | — |
| Iowa | 39886 | Anesthesiology | |
| Iowa | 39886 | Anesthesiology | — |
Public Data Summary for Dr. Esther Kim
With 19 years of practice, Dr. Esther Kim is an established anesthesiology provider, M.D., after earning their medical degree at Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University in 2007. Dr. currently practices across 4 facilities, including University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa. Their National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942408588, and the profile below combines data from CMS NPPES, Medicare billing records, the HHS OIG exclusion list, and — where available — CMS Open Payments, Medicare Utilization, and Part D prescriber summaries.
CMS Medicare data shows Dr. Esther Kim as a lower-volume anesthesiology provider, treating approximately 67 Medicare beneficiaries and delivering 165 services in the most recent reporting year. That panel size indicates a smaller, more selective practice pattern.
Under the Physician Payments Sunshine Act, CMS reports that Dr. Esther Kim received $138 in industry payments in 2023. Payments at this scale are typical for most practicing physicians and generally reflect routine educational activities.
Transparency & Safety
Public records from CMS and OIG databases
Industry Payments
$138
Total payments received from pharmaceutical and medical device companies in 2023.
Source: CMS Open Payments (Sunshine Act)
Opioid Prescribing
This provider has no opioid prescriptions on file in Medicare Part D data.
Insurance & Accessibility
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Anesthesiology Providers Nearby
Same primary specialty near ZIP 52242
FAQ
Frequently asked questions about Dr. Esther Kim
What does Dr. Esther Kim specialize in?
Dr. Esther Kim specializes in Anesthesiology. Secondary taxonomy filings also list Anesthesiology.
Where does Dr. Esther Kim practice?
Dr. Esther Kim practices at University Of Iowa Hospital & Clinics in Iowa City, Iowa. Dr. is also affiliated with 3 additional facilities, listed below.
Does Dr. Esther Kim accept Medicare?
CMS records show that Dr. Esther Kim accepts Medicare assignment. CMS billing data shows 67 Medicare beneficiaries treated in the most recent reporting year.
What is Dr. Esther Kim's NPI number?
Dr. Esther Kim's National Provider Identifier (NPI) is 1942408588. This is the unique 10-digit number the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services assigns to every practicing US healthcare provider. You can verify this number directly at the NPPES NPI Registry.
How long has Dr. Esther Kim been practicing?
Dr. Esther Kim has approximately 19 years of practice experience, having graduated from Warren Alpert Medical School Of Brown University in 2007.